Figures as of December 2022 show that Nigeria's millionaires decreased by 30% between 2012 and 2022, indicating a significant shift in the dynamics of wealth. Mauritius saw a noteworthy increase of 69%, with Kenya recording a 30% growth.
Abdulsamad Rabiu’s wealth has consistently increased for 4 consecutive years since 2020. Aliko Dangote, on the other hand, experienced 3 consecutive years of wealth growth starting from 2021. Mike Adenuga's wealth recorded growth in 2021 and 2022, but it took a downturn in 2023.
Abdulsamad Rabiu's financial journey has been particularly noteworthy, with his wealth witnessing a substantial surge from $1.2b in 2014 to $8.2b in 2023. This growth has seen him surpass Mike Adenuga and become the country's second-wealthiest individual as of 2023.